Patient Account Supervisor - Special Self Pay Team

Guidehouse; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Guidehouse in Birmingham, AL seeks a Patient Account Supervisor to oversee the Special Self-Pay team within the revenue cycle. You will supervise mail processing, patient billing inquiries, and account resolution, ensuring regulatory compliance and high service levels.

Qualifications include 5+ years in patient relations, billing or related roles, with 2+ years in people management. EPIC experience and familiarity with EHR systems are preferred. This is an onsite role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree OR HS Diploma/GED with 5+ years of relevant healthcare support experience (Patient Relations, Patient Access, Medical Billing, Collections, or Customer Service).
• Minimum 2+ years of people management experience (scheduling, performance reviews, training or coaching).
• Experience in medical billing, patient access, or revenue cycle environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily mail processing and patient account support functions within revenue cycle.
• Lead and coach staff; monitor workflows to ensure timely processing and resolution of mail and patient accounts.
• Establish work priorities, assign responsibilities, and adjust staffing to meet demand.
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and patient satisfaction.
• Monitor productivity and provide feedback; conduct monthly staff performance reviews and support improvement plans.
• Serve as escalation resource for complex patient concerns, disputes, and service recovery.

Skills

Team leadership

Patient relations

Medical billing

Communication

Process improvement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

EPIC

Billing software

EHR systems

Job description

Job Family:Customer Service GeneralTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:NoneThis role is 100% onsite - Monday through Friday. Candidates must live within 90 miles of the office in Birmingham, Alabama.What You Will Do:The Patient Account Supervisor -Special Self-Pay Team is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of mail processing and patient account support functions within the revenue cycle department. This position leads a team responsible for incoming mail distribution, patient billing inquiries, account resolution, document management, and customer service activities. The Supervisor ensures operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, quality standards, and exceptional service to patients while supporting hospital and managed services operations.Supervise, coach, and support staff responsible for mail processing, patient account services, and related administrative functions.Monitor daily workflows to ensure timely receipt, processing, distribution, and resolution of mail and patient account activities.Establish work priorities, assign responsibilities, and adjust staffing resources to meet operational demands.Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.Monitor departmental productivity and performance metrics and provide regular feedback to team members.Oversee patient account support activities, including billing inquiries, account investigations, payment arrangements, and account maintenanceServe as an escalation resource for complex patient concerns, account disputes, and service recovery situationsProvide monthly staff performance reviewsBuild and manage staff performance improvement plans.Provide at-the-elbow support to all Special Self-Pay team membersWhat You Will Need:Bachelor's Degree OR High School Diploma/GED AND 5+ Years of relevant experience in Patient Relations, Patient Access, Medical Billing, Collections or Customer Service5+ Years of relevant work experience in Medical Billing, Patient Access, Patient Relations, Collections, Accounts Receivable or a related healthcare support roleMinimum of 2+ of years of people management experience (Scheduling/Performance Reviews/Training or Coaching)What Would Be Nice To Have:Bachelor's DegreePrior experience working in a hospital, physician office, or healthcare revenue cycle environmentFamiliarity with patient account systems, electronic health records, or billing softwareEPICStrong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain account information clearly and professionally.#IndeedSponsored#LI-DNIWhat We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at [e-mail]. 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